Jerome E. Braxton Sr.
Newport News,USA
Summary
Results-driven production management professional with extensive experience at Newport News Shipbuilding, recognized for driving operational efficiency through strategic planning and effective communication. Highly skilled in SAP and Teamcenter, with a proven history of guiding teams to achieve over 90% on-time project completion. Expertise in material supply optimization and team leadership has led to significant improvements in production schedules. Committed to leveraging this knowledge to enhance operational success further.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Manager 2
Newport News Shipbuilding – Division of HII
Newport News, Virginia
10.2024 - Current
- Plan, prepare, and control production schedules, and coordinate with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials, timed to meet production requirements.
- Meet with the project team and stakeholders in a progress meeting weekly.
- Improve team performance by collecting and providing work performance data based on the plan, and material needs at specific times.
- Work closely with the project team to evaluate risk and monitor the movement of submarine pieces from one place to another.
- Manage the impact of risks and opportunities on the project.
- Finalize all project activities, close all work packages, and communicate project closures.
- Analyze all the work packages to make sure every item is accounted for, with no liabilities remaining.
- Set up the closeout meeting with all stakeholders to confirm that the project scope and deliverables are achieved by obtaining final acceptance of the module.
Production Planning and Scheduler 4
Newport News Shipbuilding – Division of HII
Newport News, Virginia
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Delegated tasks according to employees' skill sets and schedules.
- Implemented efficient scheduling procedures to guarantee project deadlines are consistently met.
- Facilitated prompt resolution of scheduling conflicts among internal stakeholders.
- Executed data entry tasks within tracking systems.
- Collaborated with project managers to align task priorities based on criticality.
- Developed, revised, and tracked project timelines across various departments.
- Kept comprehensive records of team task completions.
Production Planning and Scheduler 3
Newport News Shipbuilding – Division of HII
Newport News, Virginia
02.2020 - 08.2023
- Executed data entry tasks within computer systems for tracking.
- Evaluated project resource needs to ensure smooth execution.
- Streamlined communication across teams to address resource requirements effectively.
- Developed and maintained project timelines for various departments.
- Coordinated effective communication of schedule updates across the organization.
- Supported the identification of critical path activities to maintain project timelines.
- Delegated tasks efficiently to team members considering skill set and workload.
- Created and managed scheduling methods for on-time project completion.
Lead Production Inventory Coordinator
LIEBHERR
Newport News, Virginia
10.2008 - 01.2020
- Enhanced operational efficiency by applying strategic initiatives.
- Monitored product expiration dates in warehouse storage.
- Executed regular reconciliation of inventory balances based on management requirements.
- Assisted in creating innovative methods for monitoring inventory levels.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams to reconcile inventory discrepancies.
- Developed and sustained comprehensive reports covering all facets of inventory management.
- Coordinated timely shipment deliveries.
- Researched alternative material sources during backorders.
- Updated and monitored inventory records for precision.
- Maintained adherence to company standards when overseeing inventory operations.
- Led cycle counts to ensure consistency in inventory data.
Electrical Assembler/Test Technician
LIEBHERR
Newport News, Virginia
01.2004 - 10.2008
- Validated connection functionality and dependability using multimeters.
- Conducted training sessions for junior team members on tool usage, techniques, and safety standards.
- Performed diagnostics to pinpoint and resolve assembly circuitry issues.
- Connected wiring harnesses in alignment with technical diagrams.
- Conducted system performance monitoring to identify potential issues.
- Facilitated installation of upgraded hardware components.
- Performed soldering of wires, connectors, pins and other components as needed.
- Allocated materials, supplies, and subassemblies to designated work stations.
- Aided new hires with assembly tasks, ensuring consistent production levels.
- Adhered to OSHA, EPA, and legal regulations to maintain safety and injury prevention policies.
- Tested and verified completed installations to detect potential electrical issues.
- Utilized wiring and harnessing expertise to assemble electrical cabinets.
Cutoff Operator
HOWMET/ALCOA
Newport News, Virginia
02.2002 - 01.2004
- Removed gating on structural castings using chop saw, torch cut, air arc, plasma arc and manual labor.
- Adhered strictly to established processes based on written authorization for exceptions.
- Ensured adherence to work instructions and safety regulations.
- Maintained a tidy and organized workspace to ensure safety at all times.
- Loaded finished goods onto pallets for shipment preparation.
Metal Cell Operator
HOWMET/ALCOA
Newport News, Virginia
10.1997 - 01.2002
- Eliminated casting defects to meet PMS standards.
- Prepared castings for welding through precise weld preparation.
- Blended weld and reduced excessive wall thickness by adhering to work instructions.
- Conducted visual inspections on castings to ensure absence of scratches, defects and excessive metal.
- Achieved compliance with Howmet’s Safety Regulations and Work Rules Handbook.
- Documented data through manual and digital methods.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Electronic Technology
ECPI
Hampton, VA06-1988
Graduate Certificate - Electronics I & II
New Horizon Technical Center
Hampton, VA06-1986
High School Diploma -
Menchville High School
Newport News, VA06-1986
Skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- Production Schedule Management
- Team Leadership in Employee Training
- Materials Operations Optimization
- Expertise in Material Supply Policies
- Material Needs Analysis
- Facilitate Planning Meetings
- Experienced with SAP, BAAN, LN, Power BI, and Teamcenter
- Effective Coordination with Construction Personnel
- Change management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Team leadership
- Task delegation
- Goal setting
Certification
- Fork Lift License
- Overhead Crane License
References
Available Upon Request
Training
Certificates in PMS (Passive Measurement Systems), Quality Assurance, Lock Out Tag Out and Overhead Crane Training, Receiving and Reconciling
Volunteer Experience
- Worship Leader, Emmanuel Chapel Church, Hampton, VA, 2006-2018, Planned, implemented, and overseen weekly worship service., Coordinated and organized numerous external meetings, conferences, events, seminars, etc. with various churches, and pastors, on a city, state, and national level.
- Youth mentor, Emmanuel Chapel Church
- Participant, Feed the Hungry Program, Newport News, VA, quarterly
Educationcertificates
- Electronic Technology, ECPI, Hampton, VA
- Electronic I & II, New Horizon Technical Center, Hampton, VA
- Electronic/Electricity, Menchville High School, Newport News, VA
Timeline
Acting Manager 2
Newport News Shipbuilding – Division of HII
10.2024 - Current
Production Planning and Scheduler 4
Newport News Shipbuilding – Division of HII
08.2023 - 10.2024
Production Planning and Scheduler 3
Newport News Shipbuilding – Division of HII
02.2020 - 08.2023
Lead Production Inventory Coordinator
LIEBHERR
10.2008 - 01.2020
Electrical Assembler/Test Technician
LIEBHERR
01.2004 - 10.2008
Cutoff Operator
HOWMET/ALCOA
02.2002 - 01.2004
Metal Cell Operator
HOWMET/ALCOA
10.1997 - 01.2002
Graduate Certificate - Electronic Technology
ECPI
Graduate Certificate - Electronics I & II
New Horizon Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Menchville High School
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